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caution
('k/O//S//@/n )

noun (n)

  • the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger(noun.attribute)
    Example:
    A man of caution.
    Synonym:
    carefulness, cautiousness
    Antonym:
    incaution, incautiousness
    source: wordnet30
  • a warning against certain acts(noun.communication)
    Synonym:
    caveat
    source: wordnet30
  • judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger(noun.cognition)
    Example:
    He exercised caution in opening the door.
    Synonym:
    care, forethought, precaution
    source: wordnet30
  • the trait of being circumspect and prudent(noun.attribute)
    Synonym:
    circumspection
    source: wordnet30
  • A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided; prudence in regard to danger; provident care; wariness.(noun)
    source: webster1913
  • A pledge, bond, or other security for the performance of an obligation either in or out of judicial proceedings; the promise or contract of one not for himself but another; security.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • warn strongly; put on guard(verb.communication)
    Synonym:
    admonish, monish
    source: wordnet30
  • To give notice of danger to; to warn; to exhort [one] to take heed.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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